TSA Communication is a project that alters the airport security experience, inviting the
government to learn more about passengers than just the contents of their carry on bags.
Messages are cut into thin 13" x 10" sheets of stainless steel designed to comfortably fit
inside airline carry on baggage. During the x-ray screening process, the technology normally
designed to view the contents of a traveler's baggage is transformed into a communication
tool for displaying messages aimed at airport security. The content of the plates varies from
flight to flight, but includes "NOTHING TO SEE HERE", an image of the American flag and the
TSA's (Transportation Security Agency's) mission statement as listed on its website, "I AM THE FRONTLINE OF DEFENSE, DRAWING ON MY IMAGINATION TO CREATIVELY
PROTECT AMERICA FROM HARM".